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Provision of 2024 Refit Services MV Earl Thorfinn

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Orkney Islands Council has initiated a tender process for the provision of 2024 Refit Services MV Earl Thorfinn. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender deadline on 5th January 2024 and an award period starting on the same day. The services fall under the main procurement category of services and are valued at GBP 170,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and electronic submissions are accepted. This opportunity is ideal for businesses in the services industry, particularly those offering vessel repair and maintenance services.

The Orkney Islands Council's tender for vessel refit services presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in ship repairs and maintenance to expand their operations. With a clear deadline for submission and award, businesses can plan their bids strategically. The tender process involves electronic submission, providing convenience for interested bidders. Businesses that thrive in the maritime services sector should consider participating in this procurement process to potentially secure a contract and contribute to the refurbishment of MV Earl Thorfinn in 2024.

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Notice Title

Provision of 2024 Refit Services MV Earl Thorfinn

Notice Description

2024 Vessel refit services of MV Earl Thorfinn with repairs to commence on Monday 29 January 2024, repairs to be completed by Friday 8 February 2024.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The 2024 Vessel refit services of MV Earl Thorfinn with repairs to commence on Monday 29 January 2024, repairs to be complete by Friday 9 February 2024. All items required are noted within the specification included in the attached documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000751882
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT541395
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50241200 - Ferry repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£126,719 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
29 Jan 2024 - 9 Feb 2024 30 days
Recurrence
November 2024

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Denise Link
Contact Email
denise.link@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01856873535

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BILL MACKIE ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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